Switch Configuration

• What is a Switch? 

A switch is a network device that connects multiple devices like PCs, printers, or servers within a LAN. Unlike hubs, switches forward data only to the device it's meant for using MAC addresses.

• How to Add a Switch in Packet Tracer Open Cisco Packet Tracer.

1) Go to Network Devices → Switches.

2) Choose a basic model like 2960 and place it on the workspace.

🔗 Connect Devices to the Switch Add 2 or more PCs from End Devices.

1) Use Copper Straight-Through Cable to connect each PC to the switch.

2) PC → FastEthernet0

3) Switch → Any available port (FastEthernet0/1, 0/2, etc.)

⚙️ Assign IPs to PCs (so they can communicate)

1)  PC1: 192.168.1.10

2) PC2: 192.168.1.11

3) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 for both